The Raiders will travel for Week 1's game versus the Panthers.

Analysis: The Raiders are mostly healthy heading into the season opener, as only CB Damon Arnette is on the injury report with a broken finger that he plans on playing through. Arnette -- a rookie first-rounder -- is a big question mark in the team's secondary, as he was considered a reach at 19th overall with a 4.56-second 40-yard dash to his name. However, they get the privilege of facing the Panthers, who brought in QB Teddy Bridgewater this offseason and learned a new offensive scheme under coach…read more

The Raiders ranked 24th in 2019 with 26.2 points allowed per game.

Analysis: The Raiders' defense struggled last year and didn't produce much in fantasy circles, recording 15 turnovers (31st) and 32 sacks (25th). They're expecting major progression from second-year defensive ends Clelin Ferrell and Maxx Crosby, but their secondary could take a step back despite the additions of Prince Amukamara and Damarious Randall. Raiders D/ST will likely lack upside as a result, but it has the talent to be a worthy streamer in 2020.

The Raiders allowed 17 points and 284 total yards to the Chargers in Week 16's win.

Analysis: The Chargers had a solid real-life effort, but their fantasy upside wasn't memorable with no turnovers and just one sack. The Broncos are a hit-or-miss opponent with Drew Lock's abilities, but they've posted 23 or more points in three of the last four contests. They're safe with the ball, though, as they've coughed up just 15 turnovers over 15 games. The upside is surely limited here, so tread lightly with Raiders D/ST and stay away in season-long formats.

The Raiders allowed 20 points and 262 total yards to the Jaguars in Week 15's loss.

Analysis: The Raiders weren't able to force a turnover, but they did sack Gardner Minshew twice. Despite a heavy draft investment, the Raiders haven't capitalized in the sack column this year, ranking 25th with 29 sacks this year while also coming in 29th with just 14 turnovers. The Chargers allow opponents plenty of upside since they've committed 29 turnovers this year -- the fourth-most -- but the Raiders aren't equipped to reach that ceiling. The Raiders' floor isn't appealing, either, as they've…read more

The Raiders allowed 42 points and 552 total yards to the Titans in Week 14's loss.

Analysis: It has been a disaster for the Raiders, as they've allowed at least 34 points in three straight games while posting just two turnovers and two sacks during that span. Keep in mind that the Jets kicked off that stretch, but the Jaguars should provide some opportunity, as Gardner Minshew is sacked on 6.3 percent of dropbacks. Minshew can generally get the ball moving through the air with 235.8 passing YPG, but he will likely be without both D.J. Chark (ankle) and possible Dede Westbrook…read more

The Raiders allowed 40 points and 259 total yards to the Chiefs in Week 13's loss.

Analysis: The Raiders' defense wasn't responsible for all the points, as the Chiefs' defense scored in the contest. But still, it was an embarrassing outing. They'll now face one of the hottest offenses in the league led by Ryan Tannehill, who has completed 71.9 percent of his passes for 9.1 yards per attempt over the past six games. The Raiders may be able to key in on Derrick Henry since they've allowed 4.0 YPC this season, but their secondary doesn't look like it can hold up, yielding 258.2 passing…read more

The Raiders allowed 34 points and 401 total yards in Week 12's loss to the Jets.

Analysis: It's easy to write off this blowout road loss to the Jets as a fluke, but that doesn't make Week 13's clash against the Chiefs any more desirable. The Raiders didn't have to face Tyreek Hill in their first meeting, but the Chiefs are optimistic Hill will be recovered from a hamstring injury in time for this matchup. Hill can blow the top off of defenses, although the Chiefs haven't had any issues in that arena with 301.7 passing YPG (second) and 28.0 PPG (fourth). The Raiders are ill-equipped…read more

The Raiders allowed 10 points and forced two turnovers in Week 11's win over the Bengals.

Analysis: The Raiders weren't bothered by the absence of Karl Joseph (foot) and Lamarcus Joyner (hamstring), as they recording their third straight multi-turnover game and fifth of the season. However, they showed vulnerability by allowing 173 rushing yards, marking the third time in four games they allowed over 100 yards on the ground. While the Jets have star Le'Veon Bell in the backfield, they rank 31st in the league with just 72.1 rushing yards per game. They've shown poise in the passing game…read more

FS Lamarcus Joyner (hamstring) is unlikely to play in Week 11's matchup against the Bengals.

Analysis: The Raiders normally roll out three safeties, but they'll be missing two in this contest as Karl Joseph (foot) was placed on injured reserve. Erik Harris has been explosive as a starter this year with to pick-sixes and a run-stuffing prowess, and he'll head the safety corps with D.J. Swearinger and Curtis Riley. The Raiders' secondary was already a middling pack with 240.2 passing YPG, but for now, it should be fine as they prepare to take on the Bengals, who sport just 15.2 PPG and 315.1 YPG.…read more